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USB POWER PORT
The USB power port is under the same protective cover as the 12 volt DC outlet at the right hand side of the front panel (refer to the Features
section to locate).
1. Push the USB Power Button to turn the USB Port on and the USB power indicator will light.
2. Lift up the cover of the USB Charging Port.
3. Plug the USB-powered device into the USB Charging Port and operate normally.
4. Periodically check the unit’s battery status by pressing the battery power level button. (Two red and one green battery status indicator lights
indicate a full battery. Only one red battery status indicator lights indicates that the unit needs to be recharged.)
Notes:
This unit’s USB Power Port does not support data communication. It only provides 5 volts/500mA DC power to an external USB-powered device.
Make sure the USB Power Button is in the off position when the unit is being recharged or stored.
Some household USB-powered electronics will not operate with this unit.
AREA LIGHT
The built-in 3-LED area light located on the back of the unit is controlled by the area light on/off button on the front panel (refer to the Features
section to locate). Press the area light on/off button once to turn the light on. Press the area light on/off button again to turn the area light off.
Make sure the area light and the unit are turned off when the unit is being recharged or stored.
Periodically check the unit’s battery status by pressing the battery power level button. (Two red and one green battery status indicator lights
indicate a full battery. Only one red battery status indicator lights indicates that the unit needs to be recharged.)
PORTABLE INFLATOR
The built-in 12 volt DC inflator is the ultimate inflator for all vehicle tires, trailer tires and recreational inflatables. The inflator hose with tire fitting
is stored in a retaining channel on the back of the unit. The inflator on/off switch is located on the front panel of the unit to the right of the air
pressure gage (refer to the Features section to locate). The inflator can operate long enough to fill up to 3 average sized tires before the battery
must be recharged.
The inflator may be used by removing the air hose from the storage hatch and, if required, fitting an appropriate nozzle to the air hose. Return
hose to the storage compartment after use.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE: FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOUND IN THE
“SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INFLATORS” SECTION OF THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE:
Do not operate inflator continuously for extended periods of time (approximately 10 minutes, depending on ambient temperatures), as it may
overheat. In such event, inflator will automatically shut down. Immediately press the inflator on/off button to turn the inflator off. Restart after a
cooling down period of approximately 30 minutes.
Inflating Tires or Products With Valve Stems
1. Place connector (chuck) on valve stem.
2. Ensure connector is pushed on to valve stem as far as possible before closing thumb latch.
3. Make sure latch is secure.
4. Turn on the inflator power switch.
5. Check pressure with the pressure gage.
6. When desired pressure is reached, open thumb latch and remove connector from valve stem.
7. Turn off inflator power switch.
8. Allow unit to cool before storing away.
9. Store inflator hose and tire fitting in storage compartment.
Inflating Other Inflatables Without Valve Stems
Inflation of other items requires use of one of the adapters (nozzles).
1. Select the appropriate nozzle, located on the inside back cover.
2. Insert appropriate adapter (i.e. needle) into connector (chuck) and close thumb latch.
3. Insert adapter (i.e., needle) into item to inflate to appropriate pressure.
4. Turn on the inflator power switch — inflate to desired pressure or fullness.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Small items such as volleyballs, footballs, etc. inflate very rapidly. Do not over-inflate.
5. Remove adapter.
6. Switch the Inflator Power Switch off.
7. Allow unit to cool before storing away.
8. Store inflator hose and tire fitting in storage compartment.
120 VOLT AC PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY
Rated Versus Actual Current Draw of Equipment
Most electrical tools, appliances, electronic devices and audio/visual equipment have labels that indicate the power consumption in amps or
watts. Be sure that the power consumption of the item to be operated is below 500 watts. If the power consumption is rated in amps AC, simply
multiply by the AC volts (120) to determine the wattage.
Resistive loads are the easiest for this unit to run; however, it will not run larger resistive loads (such as electric stoves and heaters), which require
far more wattage than the unit can deliver on a continuous basis. Inductive loads (such as TVs and stereos) require more current to operate than
do resistive loads of the same wattage rating.
CAUTION: RECHARGEABLE DEVICES
• Certain rechargeable devices are designed to be charged by plugging them directly into an AC receptacle. These devices may damage the
converter or the charging circuit.
• When using a rechargeable device, monitor its temperature for the initial ten minutes of use to determine if it produces excessive heat.
• If excessive heat is produced, this indicates the device should not be used with this converter.
• This problem does not occur with most of the battery-operated equipment. Most of these devices use a separate charger or transformer that is
plugged into an AC receptacle.
• The converter is capable of running most chargers and transformers.
Power Converter Output Waveform
The AC output waveform of this converter is known as a modified sine wave. It is a stepped waveform that has characteristics similar to the sine
wave shape of utility power. This type of waveform is suitable for most AC loads, including linear and switching power supplies used in electronic
equipment, transformers, and small motors.
Using the Dual 120 Volt AC Outlets
The two 120 volt AC outlets each are located under a protective cover on the left hand side of the front panel (refer to the Features section to
locate). The two outlets support a combined maximum power draw of 500 watts.
1. Press the inverter power switch to turn the inverter on (I). The inverter power indicator will light red to indicate the two 120 volt AC outlets
are ready to use.
2. Lift up the cover of the120 volt AC outlet.
3. Insert the 120 volt AC plug from the appliance into the 120 volt AC outlet.
4. Switch on the appliance and operate as usual.
5. Periodically check the unit’s battery status by pressing the battery power level button. (Two red and one green battery status indicator lights
indicate a full battery. Only one red battery status indicator lights indicates that the unit needs to be recharged.)
PROTECTIVE FEATURES
The inverter monitors the following conditions:
Low internal battery voltage: The inverter will automatically shut down when the battery voltage drops too low, as this can harm the battery.
High internal battery voltage: The inverter will automatically shut down when the battery voltage is too high, as this can harm the unit.
Thermal shutdown protection: The inverter will automatically shut down when the unit becomes overheated.
Overload/short circuit protection: The inverter will automatically shut down when an overload or short circuit occurs.
IMPORTANT NOTES: The inverter power indicator will flash red to indicate that one of the above fault conditions is present before automatic
shutdown occurs. Should this occur, take the following steps:
1. Disconnect all appliances from the unit.
2. Press the inverter power switch to turn the inverter off (O).
3. Allow the unit to cool down for several minutes.
4. Make sure the combined rating for all appliances plugged into the unit is 500 watts or lower and that appliance cord(s) and plug(s) are not
damaged.
5. Assure there is adequate ventilation around the unit before proceeding.
12 VOLT DC PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY
The 12 volt DC accessory outlet is located under a protective cover on the right hand side of the front panel (refer to the Features section to
locate). This portable power source is for use with all 12 volt DC accessories equipped with a male accessory outlet plug that are rated up
to 5 amps.
1. Lift up the cover of the unit ‘s 12 volt DC outlet.
2. Insert the 12 volt DC plug from the appliance into the 12 volt accessory outlet on the unit. DO NOT EXCEED A 5 AMP LOAD.
3. Switch on the appliance and operate as usual.
4. Periodically check the unit’s battery status by pressing the battery power level button. (Two red and one green battery status indicator lights
indicate a full battery. Only one red battery status indicator lights indicates that the unit needs to be recharged.)
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